ATLANTA - Veterans Day is all about honoring our brave heroes who keep our country safe every day. Restaurants and stores are offering special discounts and free meals on Wednesday, November 11, for active-duty and retired military service members.

Veterans: be sure to provide valid proof of military service.

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. $11 race to use throughout the day in addition to half off a burger in the Andretti Grill.

Applebee’s: Eat free at any Applebee’s across the U.S. today. Guests can choose from 7 delicious entrées on the Thank You Meal menu.

California Pizza Kitchen: Free Veterans Day lunch or dinner. Offer includes pizza, full-sized salad or a pasta entrée from the special Veterans Day Menu. Plus a non-alcoholic drink of your choice.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill: Enjoy a free appetizer on any day during Veterans Week. No purchase necessary.

Chick-fil-A: Receive one of three offers for free for themselves and each immediate family member: Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich Meal (original or grilled), Chick-fil-A Nuggets Meal (8-count) or Chick-fil-A Nuggets Kid’s Meal (4-count). The offer is only valid for dine-in customers in participating Atlanta-area restaurants from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Chicken Salad Chick: Free meal to veterans (includes one sandwich, one side, a pickle and a cookie)

Chili’s: Choose one free meal from the Veterans Day special menu.

Denny’s: From 5:00 a.m. to noon and build your own free Grand Slam! Choose any 4 items from Denny’s extensive breakfast menu. This offer is valid for active, non-active.

Einstein Bros. Bagels: Veterans are invited to stop by for a free cup of coffee.